FAQ Answers: SCC Students

SCC Library: The SCC Library does have some textbooks for student use. See Textbook section on the Find Course Reserves to see how to search if the Library has your textbook on reserve and about policies for reserve items. Physical copies of textbooks are library use only for 2 hours. 

The SCC Online Bookstore: provides the vast majority of course materials for the college, ranging from physical books to access codes. It is operated by our partners at VitalSource. Note - This is a separate entity from Chaser's Bark Shop, even though the two do work closely and Chaser's Bark Shop serves as a pickup location for your book orders. If you require assistance from our partners at VitalSource with the Online Bookstore, please email them for Faculty Support at success@vitalsource.com or for Student Support visit the following link https://www.textbookx.com/help#/.

Chaser's Bark Shop: is your on-campus store, and they sell merchandise, gifts, electronics, course related kits, snacks, and beverages. They have a small assortment of books that are either printed or published locally. However, they reach out to the faculty overseeing those areas to let their students know they can purchase from Chaser's Bark Shop directly. If your faculty has not told you to purchase from Chaser's Bark Shop, then you should purchase from the SCC Online Bookstore or the vendor of your choice. If you require assistance from Chaser's Bark Shop, please email us at chasersbarkshop@sccsc.edu.

Financial Assistance: If you would like to apply for assistance in paying for your textbooks, submit an application to the SCC Foundation. The application is found on the student Portal under “financial support” and then “SCC Foundation.” Scroll to the bottom of the page. You should also contact your Success Coach for other options.